1958 Morris Isis vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Isis weights approximately 73 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
Because 1958 Morris Isis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Morris Isis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis. 1998 Ford Contour has automatic transmission and 1958 Morris Isis has manual transmission. 1958 Morris Isis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Contour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Isis | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Morris | Ford |
Model | Isis | Contour |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |